Movies

In a novel take, the recently released version of the cherished sitcom “The Office” introduces its inaugural female lead, with Felicity Ward portraying the new boss character, Hannah Howard. The prospect of yet another adaptation, and specifically one fronted by a woman, has sparked resistance from certain groups (often referred to as traditionalists or sexists), leading to a significant amount of criticism online. Regrettably, such responses are common nowadays. In an interview with THR, Ward addressed the adverse reactions towards both the show and her role head-on, stating, “I’ve been a stand-up comedian for 16 years. I’m used to this kind of backlash.

Originally hailing from Australia but now residing in London, Payne has made a significant career progression since her initial role as an assistant for international distribution at Hanna-Barbera Australia. Currently, she manages Banijay Rights – the distribution sector of the world’s largest independent production group assemblage. Her responsibilities include selling various shows such as Survivor, Big Brother, MasterChef, Black Mirror, and Peaky Blinders across the globe.

In recent times, numerous outstanding horror films featuring LGBTQ+ characters have emerged, such as “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Jennifer’s Body,” which portray characters who are comfortable with their identities. On the other hand, it’s important to acknowledge movies that depict individuals throughout history who were forced to feel profound repression if they didn’t conform to societal norms. Despite being produced in the 1940s, Mark Robson’s “The Seventh Victim” still resonates with themes relevant to the LGBTQ+ community from that era.

The film titled “We Live In Time” is slated for release in 2024, and it left quite an impact on me – a positive one if you catch my drift.

Legendary actor Liam Neeson, winner of an Oscar, is widely recognized for his unique talent in high-octane films. Incidentally, one of his top performances in this genre can be watched without charge at the moment. Although many of Neeson’s action roles have him fighting faceless minions, the 2012 survival action thriller “The Grey” presents a different challenge: coping with sorrow and wolves.